Origin
Gulfport, MS
Evening in Gulfport on Wednesday
Local time
5:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
27m
Distance
16.4 mi
26 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gulfport, MS
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Bay Saint Louis, MS
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The drive from Gulfport, MS to Bay Saint Louis, MS covers 16.4 miles and takes about 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Beach Boulevard, North Beach Boulevard, 25th Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.2 miles on West Beach Boulevard. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.48 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
8.2 miles from Gulfport, MS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .
Expect a 27m drive with frequent turns across 16.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 49 / 25th Avenue.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 27m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 49 / 25th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 90 / West Beach Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.4 miles (North Beach Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Continue onto US 49 / 25th Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 90 / West Beach Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto North Beach Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto South 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Beach Boulevard | 15.2 mi | 24m |
| North Beach Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 25th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South 2nd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Gulfport, MS and Bay Saint Louis, MS.
Start on US 49
Continue on US 49
Turn right onto US 90
Turn left onto North Beach Boulevard
Turn right onto Main Street
Turn left onto South 2nd Street
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 16 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.2 miles or 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bay Saint Louis, MS than in the middle of the route.
Have your navigation ready before leaving Gulfport, MS.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Gulfport, MS
This is one driving day of about 16.4 miles and 27m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.2 mi from Gulfport, MS · 13m into the drive
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 8.2 miles from Gulfport, MS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Bay Saint Louis, MS if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$2.48 one way
$4.95 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $2.72 | $5.44 |
| premium | $4.56 | $2.94 | $5.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.62 | $7.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.72 | $0.79 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.30 | $1.05 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Gulfport on Wednesday
Local time
5:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Bay Saint Louis on Wednesday
Local time
5:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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